{"product_id":"the-complete-starter-kit","title":"The Complete Starter Kit","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPLETE METAL CLAY STARTER KIT FOR TORCH FIRING. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNLOCK THE ART OF MAKING JEWELLERY WITH SILVER CLAY!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEverything you need to transform a lump of clay into 999 Fine Silver (which can be hallmarked) - and no kiln required. This curated starter kit is the gold standard for beginners, based on the consistent, reliable, and easy-to-use Art Clay Silver and all the tools you need to get started, including a high quality hand torch.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for complete beginners, hobbyist jewellers moving into metal clay, or crafters looking for a professional start without the cost of a kiln.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #33cccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis kit is an expanded version of the Art Clay Silver Basic Kit which comes with the basic tools perfect for a beginner to get started with precious metal clay. The instructions in this kit are really detailed and will give you a good understanding of silver clay and how to work with it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis silver clay beginners' kit comes with step-by-step instructions for four different projects; learn how to make a pendant with a fingerprint impression, and an adorable silver spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArt Clay Silver 7gm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic Spacer Set - 4 different thickness guides for rolling out your clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoller - for rolling out clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMister Bottle - fill with water and use to gently mist your clay if it starts to dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine brush - handy to use to smooth out the clay, add water to seams and to bond clay parts, manipulate and move small parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-stick working surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro-Polishing Pad for a super sparkle shine after firing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnisher smooth your silver to a high shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x 3M Polishing Papers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefillable gas torch - for firing (gas not included, use Butane Gas which can be found in most newsagents)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of Tweezers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibre brick - heat-proof surface for firing metal clay and soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOyumaru - reusable mould making material to make moulds for impressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanding pad set - to shape and smooth your clay before firing, and to mirror polish your silver after firing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass Brush - for brushing your piece after firing, leaves a satin finish (style of brass brush may vary from kit to kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver polishing cream - for final polish \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing cloth - for final polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiver of Sulphur - to give a black oxidised patina, antiquing solution\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling Silver Jump ring - to hang on a chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain for pendant \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction booklet - very detailed with pictures and step by step instructions for 4 different projects, and how to store, finish, fire, and polish Art Clay Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on kit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ensure you can start creating without delay, we reserve the right to substitute kit components with \"like-for-like\" items of equivalent quality based on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat can I make from 7gm of Art Clay Silver?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"7gm clay rolled out 1.5mm thick\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/12.5-cm-2_ef806e9d-ea21-4c6b-80eb-33db4b57a2a3.png?v=1785150795\" style=\"float: left; margin: 0px 5px;\" title=\"7gm Art Clay silver clay rolled out 1.5mm thick\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this kit to make real fine silver pendants, charms, or earrings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo give you an idea of how much you can make; the picture here shows 7gm of clay (\u003cem\u003ewhat is included in this kit\u003c\/em\u003e) rolled out 1.5mm thick (\u003cem\u003ethe thickness of the spacers in this kit)\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs you can see, you can easily make 2 good sized pendants, with enough left for 2-3 mini pendants or charms.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolling out at 1.5mm thickness is a good idea when you begin with silver clay, this gives you a little extra thickness to allow you to imprint textures without making parts too thin, and gives you a stronger end result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe usually say 1mm is the minimum thickness you should use when rolling out clay, so this is 0.5mm thicker than that. As you get comfortable you will be know when and how you can work with slightly thinner sheets of clay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metal Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59095760240975,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/PHOTO-2026-10-12-11-51-05.jpg?v=1791814814","url":"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/the-complete-starter-kit","provider":"Metal Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}